Toddler, teen driver, others killed across Northern California during deadly storm

A toddler in Sonoma County was killed when a rain-soaked redwood tree crushed him during the heavy rains – and others across Northern California died in car crashes and in floods, officials said.

California arsonists set themselves on fire while attacking business, video shows

The suspected arsonist who started the blaze is seen running away with flames trailing up their leg, while the other repeatedly slips trying to flee the fire.

California deputy fatally shot, suspect killed following pursuit and shootout on freeway

Riverside County deputy Isaiah Cordero was shot and killed during a traffic stop. The suspect was later killed after leading authorities on a chase that came to a violent end.

Mystery over beheaded statue of Northern California meat-packing magnate

The statue of a 19th-century Northern California rancher and meat-packing magnate was decapitated earlier this week, leaving investigators in the state’s capital city scratching their heads to find a motive behind the vandalism.

Paul Pelosi suspected attacker enters not-guilty plea

The man who allegedly broke into U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s home and beat her 82-year-old husband in October pleaded not guilty Wednesday to six charges, including attempted murder, prosecutors said.

Suspected Stockton serial killer charged with 4 additional slayings

Prosecutors filed four additional murder charges on Tuesday against the man suspected of carrying out a series of killings in Stockton and one in Oakland.

Puppy abandoned at San Francisco airport finds forever home with airline pilot

The puppy named Polaris was left behind by an international traveler who "chose to continue traveling on without his animal," the San Francisco SPCA said.

Several hospitalized after mass overdose at San Francisco home on Christmas

Authorities are investigating a mass overdose at a San Francisco home on Christmas that sent several people to the hospital, authorities said.

Judge: Convicted killer Scott Peterson will not get a retrial

Convicted killer, Scott Peterson, won’t get new trial in the killings of his wife, Laci, and their unborn son. 

Calif. police captain dead after arrest in husband’s slaying

The body of a California Highway Patrol captain was found just days after a man was arrested in the shooting death of her husband in Kentucky, investigators said.

Portrait of Nancy Pelosi unveiled, historic 1st of a female speaker

Outgoing Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s portrait was unveiled at the U.S. Capitol, a traditional honor bestowed on a tradition-breaking leader who was not just the first woman to hold the gavel but among the most consequential House speakers in American history — one who “got it done.”

Elon Musk booed at Dave Chappelle show in San Francisco

The comedian invited Musk onstage after discussing the need to get along and communicate with people with different viewpoints.. The billionaire obliged and loud boos filled the arena – along with some cheers, too.

California photographer shares story of strangers daily, amassing thousands of photos over almost 7 years

He calls it a labor of love. Nearly every day for almost seven years, Bay Area photographer Brian Molyneaux has stepped out into his community and used the shutter of his camera to connect, taking photos of thousands of strangers he’s met on the street, to learn their story and then offer a window into their lives.

Mountain lion drags dog from Sonoma County home: Video

A mountain lion was euthanized last weekend after terrorizing a Sonoma County home. The lion dragged the dog outside, then returned a day later and killed two goats, the homeowner said.